Title: Great Britain Travel Guide: Best of Great Britain, United Kingdom Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Britain-Hotels.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Britain-Holiday-Rentals.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Great Britain Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Car-Hire-Guide)[Great Britain Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Great Britain Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Great Britain](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/217a90dba8ec5d52c03d862b20d701fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![London featuring a monument, skyline and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20555-Trafalgar-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![London which includes a monument, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20551-Trafalgar-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West End featuring a city and street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20537-The-West-End.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![West End showing street scenes and night scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20539-The-West-End.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Britain Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Great Britain ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166570-Carnaby-Street.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### London City Centre 4.5/5(21 area reviews) Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-London-City-Centre.dx6195474) ![Albert Square featuring a city, street scenes and a square or plaza](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/40000/40504-Albert-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manchester City Centre 4/5(2,171 area reviews) Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Manchester City Centre. Check out top attractions like Manchester Art Gallery and St. Peter's Square, and jump on the metro at St Peters Square Station or Mosley Street Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Manchester-City-Centre.dx6192111) ![London showing heritage elements, markets and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/167000/167434-Covent-Garden-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Covent Garden The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or London Transport Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Covent-Garden.dx553248625846408347) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/72000/72808-Liverpool.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Liverpool City Centre 4.5/5(2,773 area reviews) Are you interested in fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views? A visit to Liverpool City Centre might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Liverpool ONE and Concert Square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Liverpool-City-Centre.dx6336703) ![The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166739-The-City.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The City of London 4.5/5(668 area reviews) The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-The-City-Of-London.dx800056) ![Calton Hill which includes general coastal views, a city and skyline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/37000/37957-Calton-Hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edinburgh City Centre If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Edinburgh Castle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Edinburgh-City-Centre.dx795054561477521408) - Top hotels in Great Britain - Top Holiday Rentals in Great Britain ![Strand Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/179/7dc50d5d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Strand Palace Hotel 372 The Strand London England £131 18 Dec - 19 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (4,703 reviews) Was very pleased with the service in all aspects - well done strand palace Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F12%2F2025&endDate=19%2F12%2F2025&selected=179&PinnedHotelID=179&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) ![Royal Garden Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/55000/54987/9d683740_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Royal Garden Hotel 2-24 Kensington High Street London England £189 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,804 reviews) Location Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F01%2F2026&endDate=06%2F01%2F2026&selected=54987&PinnedHotelID=54987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) ![The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2479/3f816d92_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Tower Hotel, by Thistle St Katharine's Way London England £104 12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (8,842 reviews) Staff good and helpful, room clean. Was very disappointed that there wasn’t any Tea and Coffee making facilities in the room Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026&selected=2479&PinnedHotelID=2479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248623451644244) [See all 198,113 properties in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025®ionId=553248623451644244) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Vertus Edit Canary Wharf](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108970000/108963500/108963417/6196c4b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vertus Edit Canary Wharf 3 & 15 West Lane London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (534 reviews) Great staff, location was 5-10 mins from 2x tube lines. Towel heater in bathroom and radiator really heat up the room, even in winter we had to open the window.(warm interiors is a British thing so not specific to Vertus Edit) was in the #3 building with the smaller “lounge” on the 2nd floor was ... Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Vertus-Edit-Canary-Wharf.h108963417.Hotel-Information) ![Native Manchester](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35120000/35119200/35119133/66f859e6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Native Manchester 51 Ducie Street Manchester England Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Manchester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews) Most unique hotel we have stayed in. The room was spacious and comfortable. Wifi worked well. Comfortable bed. Spacious bathroom and shower cubicle. Good kitchen facilities. Great location-close to train station, walking distance to city centre. Would definitely recommend it to anyone to stay ... Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Native-Manchester.h35119133.Hotel-Information) ![The Gate London City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42520000/42515500/42515494/5691cee9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Gate London City 41 White Church Lane London England Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (580 reviews) Nice clean room - rude, avoidant staff though Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-The-Gate.h42515494.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248623451644244&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Attraction) ![Tower Bridge showing a bridge, heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166870-Tower-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tower Bridge 4.5/5(1,137 reviews) An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction) ![O2 Arena featuring modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/53000/53600-Millenium-Dome.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### O2 Arena 4.5/5(625 reviews) Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames. [](https://expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction) ![London Bridge showing a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/101000/101375-London-Bridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### London Bridge 4.5/5(353 reviews) Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508412.Attraction) ![London Eye showing a city, a skyscraper and modern architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20626-London-Eye.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### London Eye 4/5(1,213 reviews) Climb aboard this observation wheel for the best bird’s-eye view of the British capital. [](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Attraction) ![Buckingham Palace which includes a castle, a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/20000/20574-Buckingham-Palace.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buckingham Palace 4.5/5(1,004 reviews) Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Attraction) ### Things to do ![St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47853614/ccaa2566-174d-4b27-80b5-05b93f3ee6ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour £6 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/st-mary-redcliffe-church-bristol-guided-tour.a47853614.activity-details) ![Hidden time capsule](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44957917/b4c55b58-e828-4c61-8bb7-b0f1bb231808.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Air Raid Shelter + St. Nicholas Market Walking Tour £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/air-raid-shelter-st-nicholas-market-walking-tour.a44957917.activity-details) ![Bristol: Guided Ghost Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48418131/c8a80640-5430-419c-9ebc-9a1908018104.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bristol: Guided Ghost Tour £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bristol-guided-ghost-tour.a48418131.activity-details) ![Peros Bridge over the Harbour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4049983/1a6d5287-7d72-4740-a535-ce23556bfc81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Walking Tour of Bristol Old City and Harbour £40 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-walking-tour-of-bristol-old-city-and-harbour.a4049983.activity-details) ![Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45726743/bcfdd7cb-2fba-4fbb-a9d7-3d44e09a0245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fully-guided-bristol-ghost-tours.a45726743.activity-details) ![Oxford & the Cotswolds from Bristol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47291561/273a7fe0-a9c8-4259-8777-67f86fb6ddcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oxford & the Cotswolds from Bristol £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/oxford-the-cotswolds-from-bristol.a47291561.activity-details) [See all activities in Great Britain](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Great-Britain.d553248623451644244.Travel-Guide-Activities) - Places of interest - [Hyde Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Attraction) - [Tower Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction) - [O2 Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction) - [London Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508412.Attraction) - [London Eye ](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Attraction) - [Buckingham Palace ](https://expedia.co.uk/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Attraction) - [Southampton Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Cruise-Terminal-Freemantle.d6156577.Attraction) - [Trafalgar Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafalgar-Square-London-City-Centre.d508420.Attraction) - [Piccadilly Circus ](https://expedia.co.uk/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Attraction) - [Wembley Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wembley-Stadium-Tokyngton.d501565.Attraction) - [Big Ben ](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Ben-London-City-Centre.d6060186.Attraction) - [Tower of London ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Of-London-London-City-Centre.d501521.Attraction) - [The British Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-British-Museum-London-City-Centre.d501529.Attraction) - [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London ](https://expedia.co.uk/Warner-Bros-Studio-Tour-London-Leavesden.d6206707.Attraction) - [Oxford Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Street-London-City-Centre.d6144897.Attraction) - [Edinburgh Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d500994.Attraction) - [ExCeL Exhibition Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/ExCeL-Exhibition-Centre-Docklands.d6046590.Attraction) - [Old Trafford ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Trafford-Old-Trafford.d501661.Attraction) - [St. Paul's Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Pauls-Cathedral-London-City-Centre.d501558.Attraction) - [Leicester Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Square-London-City-Centre.d508411.Attraction) - [Marble Arch ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marble-Arch-London-City-Centre.d508413.Attraction) - [Windsor Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Windsor-Castle-Windsor.d501522.Attraction) - [LEGOLAND® Windsor ](https://expedia.co.uk/LEGOLAND-Windsor-Windsor.d6083947.Attraction) - [Yorkshire Dales National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Dales-National-Park-England.d6046377.Attraction) - [New Forest National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Forest-National-Park-England.d6046242.Attraction) - [Silverstone Circuit ](https://expedia.co.uk/Silverstone-Circuit-Towcester.d6144681.Attraction) - [Peak District National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peak-District-National-Park-England.d6054094.Attraction) - [Royal Mile ](https://expedia.co.uk/Royal-Mile-Edinburgh-City-Centre.d6129680.Attraction) - [Stonehenge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stonehenge-Salisbury.d6050515.Attraction) - [Kensington High Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kensington-High-Street-Kensington.d6145129.Attraction) - [Trafford Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafford-Centre-Trafford-Park.d6150911.Attraction) - [Alton Towers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton-Towers-Stoke-on-Trent.d6088073.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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